An Introduction to Reformed Apologetics

“It is not often that a book in apologetics can claim to stand squarely in the historic Reformed tradition while offering new insights into how to do apologetics in the contemporary world, but this one can. Fesko's book demonstrates a deep understanding of the plight of hypermodernity and boldly suggests that historic Christian orthodoxy offers answers to the despair of a post-Christian society. Fesko is not limited by the method of presuppositionalism, but he is not shy about critiquing false presuppositions. He is not limited to evidentialist method but makes judicious use of evidence. He is not afraid to employ metaphysical arguments that have never been proven wrong but just ignored since Kant. He exposes the religiosity of supposedly secular modernity. And he does a masterful job of showing how all his moves are based on scriptural teaching. This is the best single book on apologetics that I know.”

Craig A. Carter

“J. V. Fesko's An Introduction to Reformed Apologetics is a breath of fresh air in the world of Reformed apologetics. After almost a century of captivity to a novel method of apologetics that produced far more interest in talking about itself than in talking to lost and dying sinners, Reformed Christians are gradually becoming aware that the old biblical paths of traditional Reformed apologetics are far superior. Traditional Reformed apologetics, as Fesko explains in this book, is grounded in love of God and love of neighbor, utilizes both of God's books (nature and Scripture), and knows that its goal of turning sinners from idols to Christ depends on the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit.”

Keith Mathison

“As the psalmist says, 'The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork' (Ps. 19:1). Apologists in the Reformed tradition do not always agree about the grounds and ways for using evidence, but we all know that we cannot escape questions about these matters. While attempting to mediate some of the disagreements about method, J. V. Fesko walks us through some astounding examples of how the reality of God directly confronts every human being and holds us accountable. We should all appreciate his call to see that God's goodness and majesty tear down all objections, summoning everyone to reckon with where they stand before their Maker.”

Harrison Perkins

“Dr. Fesko's An Introduction to Reformed Apologetics offers a wise layman's guide to understanding and defending the biblical Christian faith. Positing twelve theses grounded in the faithful Word of God (and not Enlightenment pride or psychology's gnosticism), this book offers faithful guidance for witnessing to our neighbors and friends. Dr. Fesko presents a fruitful analogy: like an orchestra's conductor, an apologist employs and coordinates the truths of Scripture, creation, history, philosophy, literature, science, and nature. This book will provide wisdom for all Christians.”

Rosaria Butterfield